Dana Point Real Estate & Shoreline Living

Living in Dana Point, California

Dana Point brings together a working harbor, surf beaches and a relaxed coastal pace. Mornings might begin at Doheny State Beach, afternoons on the water and evenings exploring the restaurants and shops near the harbor or in the Lantern District. With neighborhoods stretching from the shoreline into the hills, there are many ways to feel at home here.

Find Your Place in Dana Point

The ocean is part of everyday life in Dana Point. The harbor is a starting point for boating and whale-watching, while Doheny State Beach reflects the city’s long connection to surfing. Coastal paths, neighborhood parks and the ongoing harbor improvements offer more ways to enjoy the area.

Homes range from beach cottages and harbor-area condos to hillside residences and oceanfront estates. Finding the right place may come down to whether you value walkability, beach access, a harbor view or a quieter setting farther from the water.

Buy, Sell, Rent or Manage with Main Beach Realty

Based nearby in Laguna Beach, Main Beach Realty helps clients navigate coastal Orange County real estate with local insight and personal attention. Whether you’re buying, selling, looking for a rental or seeking property management in Dana Point, our team is here to help.

Dana Point at a Glance

  • Population — Approximately 33,000

  • Median Home Price — Approximately $2.4M

  • Median Days on Market — 44 days

  • Total Homes — Approximately 15,000

  • Coastline — Approximately 7 miles

  • ZIP Codes — 92624 and 92629

Explore Dana Point Neighborhoods

  • Monarch Beach — Coastal and hillside communities near the area’s resorts, golf course and beaches offer a range of homes and ocean views.

  • Niguel Shores — A guard-gated coastal community known for its bluff-top setting and private beach access.

  • The Strand at Headlands — Custom oceanfront estates define this coastal neighborhood near the Dana Point Headlands.

  • Lantern District — Dana Point’s walkable downtown brings restaurants, shops and the harbor close together.

  • Capistrano Beach — Often called Capo Beach, this coastal area includes beach cottages and homes along the Pacific Coast Highway corridor.

  • Ritz Pointe — A gated residential neighborhood near the Ritz-Carlton with ocean-view homes.

  • Dana Woods — An inland residential neighborhood with community amenities and convenient access to the rest of Dana Point.

What Our Clients Are Saying

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